[danwee]

If you are 17 and have already being doing sec research for 3 years... well, why do you have trouble choosing between smart contracts and browser security? From my point of view, you could do both.

More seriously, if you haven't already, brush up your math/physics skills to get ready for university, and do either computer science or software engineering. It's only 3 or 4 years but the diploma will last you forever. Since you seem like a smart guy, getting the degree will be very easy for you. You thank me later, when you are 40.

[equatorium]

Hey. Thanks for your message, I've already thought about working on my math skills, also wanted to take some time and read into cryptography.

Much appreciated, thinking about it.

[avgDev]

Don't overthink it. Just do it. CS degree will change your life.